Loading map...

AMS destination photo
POP destination photo

AMSPOP

Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The Left Side (Port) offers a superior perspective of the Dutch coastline upon departure and a more favorable angle for viewing the turquoise waters of the Turks and Caicos and the Hispaniola coastline during the descent into Puerto Plata.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
🇳🇱

Dutch Polders

Immediate views of the intricate canal systems and reclaimed land of North Holland after departing Schiphol.

🇫🇷

Brittany Peninsula

If the flight follows a southerly NAT track, you can see the rugged granite coastline of western France.

🌊

Mid-Atlantic Vastness

A long stretch of deep azure ocean, often featuring interesting cloud formations and the occasional cargo ship.

🏝️

Turks and Caicos

Vibrant turquoise coral reefs and white sand cays visible as the plane begins its descent into the Caribbean.

🇩🇴

Hispaniola North Shore

Lush green mountains meeting the Atlantic as the aircraft aligns for its final approach into POP.

The left side is generally shielded from the harshest direct sunlight on this westbound route, reducing glare for photography. During the final 30 minutes of flight, keep your camera ready for the dramatic transition from deep ocean blue to shallow reef turquoise near the Turks and Caicos.

Right Side Highlights
7.3
🇬🇧

English South Coast

Bird's-eye views of the White Cliffs of Dover or the Isle of Wight depending on the specific air corridor.

🇮🇪

Celtic Sea

The meeting point of the Atlantic and the Irish Sea, often showing dramatic wave patterns.

🌅

Infinite Horizon

Excellent for viewing the curvature of the earth and the progression of the sun across the sky.

🚤

Bahamian Outer Cays

The northernmost edges of the Lucayan Archipelago may be visible on the distant horizon.

⛰️

Mount Isabel de Torres

The iconic 800-meter peak overlooking Puerto Plata, often seen during the banking turn for landing.

Expect significant direct sunlight on this side for the duration of the flight. It is the best side for sunset viewing if the flight is scheduled for late afternoon. Upon arrival at POP, this side often gets a panoramic view of the 'Amber Coast' beaches if the plane circles from the west.

Top Activities in Puerto Plata
Route Information

Distance: 7,294 km (4,532 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 35 min

Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)

Arrival: POP (19.75790023803711, -70.56999969482422)

Route Type: International

Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.